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Donations being collected for Seita Scholar welcome packs

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… Donations being collected for Seita Scholar welcome packs Submitted by Anonymous … fall, and many of these students, who have aged out of the foster care system, will arrive without basic items to help … Baskets will be given to incoming Seita Scholars--former foster youth who qualify for the program, which offers free …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/741

Redefining Normal: Alumni find strength in each other to inspire a new generation

W Magazine

… Redefining Normal: Alumni find strength in each other to inspire a new generation Submitted by … Both overcoming insurmountable odds as kids navigating the foster care system, they discovered love—and purpose—at

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63818

WMU Study Abroad nears pre-Covid levels, faculty-led programs drive participation growth

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… WMU Study Abroad nears pre-Covid levels, faculty-led programs drive participation growth Submitted by … it's about embracing new cultures, broadening horizons and fostering personal growth,” says Dancy.   He has one more …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/01/studyabroadgrowth

Hockey-loving exercise science grad nets experience-driven hat trick through internship, campus work and RSOs

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… Hockey-loving exercise science grad nets experience-driven hat trick through internship, campus … get a ring, but at least I can put the trophy on my ring finger," she laughs, relishing her front-row seat to the … people experiencing homelessness and youth involved in the foster care system." As the council's director of campus …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/05/graduate-success-exercise-science-wmu-hockey-trainer-ariana-burgeson

Making 'work from home' work for you

W Magazine

… Making 'work from home' work for you Submitted by Erin Flynn on Overturned laundry baskets do not make … really using a lot of isometric contraction with that finger to control a touchpad, no matter how light you think …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62168

Global Engagement Award recognizes efforts to welcome international scholars

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… Global Engagement Award recognizes efforts to welcome international scholars Submitted by Deanne … and innovation in institutional food service. His work fosters inclusivity and cultural appreciation, making dining …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/global-engagement-award-pnina-ari-gur-chef-andrew-francisco

WMU faculty promotes Seita Scholars Program at national conference for student social mobility

College of Education and Human Development

… WMU faculty promotes Seita Scholars Program at national conference for … of the Seita Scholars Program to support students from the foster care system at WMU. "What the Seita Scholars program … Program supports WMU students with lived experience in foster care. Students in the program receive academic, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73514

Event management alum brings first-of-its-kind tater tot festival to Grand Rapids

College of Education and Human Development

… Event management alum brings first-of-its-kind tater tot festival to Grand Rapids Submitted … on a culinary adventure filled with everyone's favorite finger food—the tater tot!  Kendall   Soto  (B.S.'21), a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74872

Native American Student Organization recognized as exemplar in diversity and inclusion

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… Native American Student Organization recognized as exemplar in diversity and … fashion designer Jillian Waterman.  KALAMAZOO, Mich.—For fostering an inclusive environment and advocating for Native … the importance of diversity and inclusion on campus by fostering inclusive environments and implementing strategies …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/excellence-diversity-award-2025-native-american-student-organization

Western Michigan University opens new food marketing hub with $500,000 gift from Meijer

Haworth College of Business

… Western Michigan University opens new food marketing hub with $500,000 gift from … marketing officer at Meijer. “At Meijer, we believe that fostering innovation and experiential learning is vital to a …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/09/food-marketing-hub